Tacos El Patron

4241 W Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Tacos El Patron has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent visit was on Oct 13, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Business provided eggs cooked to order for some menu items. Menu items must be marked on the menu (sign) with the following advisory referenced on menu *CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED MEATS, POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE CERTAIN MEDICAL CONDITIONS Provide a photo of the updated menu board prior to reinspection. Reinspection to be completed on or before Oct 23, 2025
3-603.11
90
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no staff with a certified food protection manager certification
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos El Patron last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Patron on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Tacos El Patron compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Tacos El Patron most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Tacos El Patron's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos El Patron have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos El Patron means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.